1976 BMW 628 vs. 1975 Chrysler Valiant
To start off, 1976 BMW 628 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Chrysler Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Chrysler Valiant would be higher. At 3,522 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 BMW 628 (185 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1975 Chrysler Valiant. (138 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 BMW 628 should accelerate faster than 1975 Chrysler Valiant.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 BMW 628. (260 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 BMW 628.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 BMW 628 | 1975 Chrysler Valiant | |
| Make | BMW | Chrysler |
| Model | 628 | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 3522 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 260 Nm | 272 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2830 mm |
